Problems with 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 AIR BAGS

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). the vehicle was taken to local dealer hayes chrysler dodge jeep ram of gainesville located at 3115 frontage rd, gainesville, ga 30504, where she was informed that the dashboard needed to be replaced before the recall repair could completed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer had not been informed of failure. the failure mileage was unknown.

Tl* the contact owned a 2003 dodge ram 1500. while the contact's fiance was driving 50 mph, he swerved to avoid a skunk and lost control of the vehicle. the vehicle crashed into a ditch and rolled over multiple times. all the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was filed. the driver sustained injuries to his ribs, left leg, right knee, and head. the other two front seat passengers sustained bruises and cuts. the rear passenger side occupant sustained cuts and bruises. the rear middle seat passenger was ejected out the back driver's side window. all the passengers were transported to the hospital via ambulance. the contact mentioned that the two front passenger seat belts were latched. the vehicle was towed to a tow lot and then the insurance company towed it to their local tow lot where it was considered a total loss. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.*dt photos attached *jb

Due to a medical condition i was not even aware of i passed out while driving. unconscious i drove into a ditch, came out airborne (according to an eyewitness), proceeded on straight into a tree. my airbag did not deploy resulting in my head being thrown into the steering wheel, resulting in knocking out 5 teeth requiring oral surgery, a gash on the chin requiring stitching and an on going jaw issue. i had no other bodily injuries. had the airbag deployed i may have been injury free. *dt*jb

I got a recall letter multiple times. everytime i try to schedule an appointment with my local dealer they said they dont have the part available. it has been more than 2 years since i owned my vehicle and three dealers said they will call me back when they have the part available. i even tried calling a dealer from a different state because i moved. no success. recall code r26

I am supposed to register my email address to tkrestructuring.com/ppic i see no place to do this. i've called the phone numbers and a message machine gives me other email addresses to go to, like safercar.gov but i don't have a place to register my email address. just baffled. [xxx] [xxx] it's about driver side airbag inflator deffect and tk holdings going bankrupt and some other corp. buying them out free of debt if we don't register etc. can anyone direct me? information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'*jb

Takata recall i received a notice of recall for airbags. i followed the notice's procedures to find if and how my vehicle may be affected. i registered my email at tkrestructuring.com/ppic, but was unable to find if my vehicle was affected. i then got on the website of www.airbagrecall.com and typed in my license plate and state as directed. the response was "having trouble finding your vehicle". i then typed in my vin # on this same site (www.airbagrecall.com) and my vehicle came up. it stated that my passenger side airbag inflator something was in recall. when i clicked on the "take action" button, my computer just churned and churned for approximately 15 minutes. while it was churning i called the associated phone number with this website (888-327-4236). a message told me to contact tkrestructuring.com/ppic. when i phoned the tkrestructuring.com/ppic phone number provided (833-619-7579), all i received was a message telling me to get on the www.airbagrecall.com with no opportunity for me to leave a voice message. i got back on the www.airbagrecall.com website, typed in my vin #, and once again, all it did was churn and churn when i clicked the "take action" button. i would really like to find out if i am driving a vehicle of doom, and if so, how to get it fixed. all the info i was provided sent me around in a circle with absolutely no solution. thank you. [xxx] ('parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).')*jb

My air bag light keeps coming on in my dash area . i took it to my dealer on 10-30-2017 ( they did the recall when i received my 1st notice ) got another one today . they told me no light was on at the time , so they said it was not related to the recall notice , and i would have to pay to have them look into it any farther. the light still comes on, so i contacted you . the truck is in motion when the light comes on . i'm scared the air bag may deflate while i'm driving my truck . please help me solve this as soon as possible, the dealer refuses to go any farther with the recall !! thank you

The takata recall air bag light in my truck is on i call the dodge dealer and the said that is a recall on the air bags.i call them more the 4 times to see if the air bag is back and last friday 10/27/17 they said they dont have any more air bagas and they wasnt going to fix my truck to continue driving like that i said to the guy and if i have an accident whats going to happen to me ?? he said i don't know ???? excuse me how can i drive my truck with a takata air bag recall.please let me know what can i do thanks.i do not want to wait to have an accident.

I received a letter in the about recalled air bags for my vehicle a dodge ram 1500 2003. i need my air bags replaced it's very dangerous knowing the airbags can rupture at moment.

Takata recalls. on 10/05/2016 took my 2003 dodge ram 1500 into gerry wood auto group, salisbury, nc, to replace a recalled air bag along with additional work. 10/07/2026 vehicle was return ed to me. 10/05 1017 took my vehicle back to gerry wood because the warning airinf air bag light was on. a check found the squib circuit and air bag shorted. 10/09/2017 returned my vehicle because the warning light was coming on and 10/10/2017 the vehicle was returned to me. i was told if the condition continued the shop would have to replace the occupant restraint controller (orc). i was also told that i would have to pay for the replacement of the orc. never had a problem with the orc until the mechanics replaced the air bag. any problem with the air bag that were not a problem prior to the mechanics replacing the part should be the responsibility of gerry wood dealership. please adivise huber r. ijames [email protected]

Takata recall. like many other dodge 1500 owners, my dash has cracked and i cannot get the recall fixed. because it is cracked the dealer wont touch the air bags even though it states serious injury or death can occur if not taken care of.

Takata recall i finally was able to find a dealer with parts for the recall and took my truck in for the repair. the service advisor called me to inform me that he could not assure me that further cracking of the dash wouldn't occur during the repair procedure. i said then if you damage it then i will hold you responsible. he said he could not proceed without me basically indemnifying him. i would not agree to that. the cracked dash is of itself a safety problem should the airbags deploy and send dash fragments flying. if they cracked it further, then it would be even more unsafe. i think takata has the responsibility along with chrysler to fix the dash since the dash was made with inferior or defective materials as evidenced by the widespread issue with dodge ram dashes.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the christopher's dodge world dealer (16655 w colfax ave, golden, co 80401 (303) 238-7311) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

I send a complain about my air bag recall for my dodge truck 1500 and i received a letter expalining to me that i have to contac the dodge dealer,i did few times and they said we don't have any more air bagas you can continue driving your truck like that. and i said what about my safety of my family and me ??? i need to replaced this air bag before something happen to me please contanc me i try to call but nobody answer me im very worried.the dealer looks like they are not worried about this problem but im . what can i do next. ???

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) frontal passenger air bag inflator however, in order to repair the vehicle the dashboard would have to be removed and the dealer stated that they would not be able to replace the existing dashboard and that they would have to replace it but not cover the parts nor labor. the dealer contacted was national dodge chrysler jeep ram located at 2223 n marine blvd, jacksonville, nc 28546. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the issue and conquered with the dealer. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 30 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle, went off the road, and crashed into a river bed. the air bags deployed. a police report was filed. the contact blacked out briefly, but woke up. the contact sustained a bump on the head and was airlifted to the hospital for medical attention. the vehicle was towed to a tow yard and later towed to the contact's residence. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). the failure mileage was approximately 35,000. parts distribution disconnect.

Takata recall i have recently submitted complaint about my dashboard and i noticed that the airbags may have a recall. i was never notified about this. could you please inform me as to what steps i need to take.

Completing recall

I called in to [xxx] on march 3. we discussed a safety issue on my 2003 dodge ram pick up truck. gave him my vin number: [xxx] told him i had my truck in for a recall r26/nhtsa 15v-312 on air bag may 20, 2016. work was done. now my "airbag" light has come on steady. john did not show any further recall and referred me to chrysler corp. [xxx] at chrysler corporate referred me to dealer, landmark dodge chrysler jeep in morrow georgia. set an appointment for 8am march 3. took 24 hours to hear back from them. this is where i am asking for help from your office regarding the safety issue. landmark tells me it will cost $420.00 in diagnostics cost to tell me what the problem is. this smells of a cover up as to the problem. i did not let ths deter me, so i authorized. the truck has not been in a wreck and this happened during normal street driving while moving. will keep you advised, but can you help with this outlandish fee to detract me perusing this safety issue? [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the contact had not experienced a failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. parts distribution disconnect. ...updated 05/11/17 *bf *cn

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was invalid. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.

Takata recall. i have just received my 7th recall notice for dealer replacement of the faulty airbag system. i have called dodge headquarters and time and again been referred to my local dealer. the dealer says they will call me when they get the parts. i have never heard from the dealer on this subject. i believe this started back in 2014/2015 but it's hard to tell since none of the notices are dated. when can i expect to get this possibly explosive part replaced?

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags), but there were no parts available. the contact felt that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. the dealer was contacted and stated that there were no parts available for the recall. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. the vin was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect. updated 03/29/17 lj upfated 03/30/2017*js updated 05/1/2017*js

I have not yet had issues with my air bags. my complaint is against the dealer crown dodge 6300 king dr ventura, ca 93003 (805) 656-6669 whom i have contacted several times regarding safety recall r26/nhtsa 15v-312. they have not been able to assist me. initially they told me they didn't have the replacement parts. then they told me they would call me back and never did. i need my car fixed immediately to avoid any potential injury.

Tamara recall my finance was cut on his neck by the air bag when he was in a accident. the vehicle was in motion. ..updated 02/13/17 *bf *cn

Takata recall: fitzgerald auto mall, lexington park, md. called dealer who said would not have parts until jan. is this true? it's been over a year since the recall was issued.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the vin was unknown. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

I took it in to the dealer for passenger air bag recall.i scheduled an appointment 3 days advanced, even though i was there for 5 hours and my truck went in to shop and out right away but was left sitting. at that time i thought it was sitting probably because they where waiting for my new part; i asked if it was done at hour 5 and dealer said they where looking for me for the longest time after i clearly told them i was gonna wait. i was sitting right in front of them for hours and my fear is that dealer never inspected air bag at all. heres what i got: r26 safety recall r26- passenger airbag inflator (recall) inspect passenger airbag part number and conduct supplemental restraint system test. no further action required. i have a feeling they bs this inspection, i dont trust them as far as i can throw them.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v356000 (air bags) however, the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced the failure. vin tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* the contact owned a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received a recall notice pertaining to the air bags. prior to receiving the notice, the contact was involved in a collision while driving 40 mph. the air bags failed to deploy. the contact sustained chest injuries that required medical attention. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed and towed to a towing yard. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 194,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. updated 12/13/16*lj updated 12/15/16.*jb

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Takata recall- i received a recall notice for the passenger side airbag, late 2015. received notice that part was available august 2016. i only used the vehicle for limited use while waiting for the replacement part. when i brought the truck in to have the airbag replaced, they told me they checked the part number on my airbag and it's good, it doesn't need to be replaced. so i lost the use of my vehicle for the last several months because a recall shouldn't have been issued or is it that chrysler didn't want to spend the 15 minutes to check the part number when the issue first arose?

Airbag light on dash stays on. contacted dodge about this problem and they could not help. i don't think it is a good idea to drive around with the airbag light on. the airbag will not engage when this dash control light is illuminated. the vehicle has never been involved in a collision. just minor scrapes and scratches.

Takata recall i received a recall notice from dodge . when i contacted a dodge dealer to make an appointment i was informed they didn't have the replacement airbag and it would be 9 months to a year before they could get it .

Recall for passenger has not happened but on recall list

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect. updated 01/11/2017*ct consumer stated dealer has the part, but won't install it because of the crack on the dash and could fall apart. palm auto mall updated 6/27/18*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. after starting the vehicle, the air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. the contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. the contact mentioned that the air bag warning light remained illuminated after the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 166,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags). the vehicle was repaired. after the repair, the air bag warning light illuminated. the air bag light was not illuminated pior to the repair. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 154,317.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. while driving 40 mph, there was an abnormally loud noise under the vehicle. a couple of days later, while inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the frame was cracked. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. . updated 08/31/16*lj the consumer stated the airbag recall had not been completed. *js

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect. updated 04/06/17 lj the consumer stated the airbag light was illuminated. updated 08/22/2017*js

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. while driving 35 mph, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle because there were no brake lights illuminated. the driver and passenger side air bags deployed. a police report was filed. the contact sustained whiplash and breathing issues due to the powder/fumes contained within the air bags. medical attention was received. the vehicle was towed home and then driven to a dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v312000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not notified. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Takata airbag i called dealer to schedule recall and asked if they would have to remove the dash. he stated that they would but chrysler would not cover the dash if it broke in the process. i then called chrysler and they confirmed that they would not cover dash replacement. i do not see how it is my place to spend a thousand dollars to fix my dash if they destroy it to fix their airbags that are faulty when i bought the truck new for 32000 dollars i didn't ask for a faulty airbag or a cheaply made chinese plastic dashboard. any help with this will be greatly appreciated.

The local chrysler, jeep dodge or ram dealer said they could not fix the recall at this time and would order part and call us back at a later date.